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Our Mission: “To know, accept and live the love of God and share it with others”
THE GOOD NEWS May 2019
San Marcos Lutheran
Church
SAN MARCOS LUTHERAN'S GOT TALENT!Join us for our Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Talent Show!
Saturday, May 4th Offerings received benefit our Preschool Scholarship Fund.
6:00 pm 5:00 p.m. (FREE spaghetti dinner)
COMING JUNE 17th - 21st9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
DAY CAMP FOR TK/K - 5TH GRADE SIGNUPS ARE BEING TAKEN NOW.
See Pastor Karla Halvorson
CONCERT SERIES PRESENTSProsecco Players “Kidz Kabaret”
May 19th at 4:00 p.m.See page six.
THE GOOD NEWSPage 2
Kevin Bauder, President Anne Voth, Vice President Therese Balbo, Treasurer Anne McDaniel Secretary Marilyn MonellLinda Breen
Ludette McNicholls Daniel Weis Melinda Nelson Dan Norris Rick Shoup Cindy Angelini
PLEASE CONTACT US!We want to include you in our prayers, arrange for pastoral visits, and inform the congregation, when appropriate. Please notify the Church Office (760)727-1509 when:
- A loved one or someone you know dies- You, or someone you know, is ill or grieving- You, or someone you know, is in the hospital- to plan a baptism, wedding, or celebration- You moved or your contact information has
changedIf office is closed, and you have an urgent need, contact Pastor David: home (760)798-1226, cell (619)917-2994 email: [email protected] Pastor Karla: home, (760)754-1413, cell, (858)442-6761, email: [email protected]
San Marcos Lutheran Preschool (760)727-0326
[email protected] Leong, Director
Teachers: Leilani Duran, Theresa Mohn, Marit Greunke
The next Newsletter article deadline is May 15th.
San Marcos Lutheran Church3419 Grand Avenue San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) [email protected] Hours: Tues. - Fri.
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. www.sanmarcoslutheran.org
All are Welcome! As a community of the people of God, the members of San Marcos Lutheran Church are called to welcome all people, regardless of age, economic status, ethnic background, gender, physical or mental ability, race or sexual orientation. We affirm that in Christ “there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male or female." (Galatians 3:28)
Sunday Worship Hours: 8:30, 9:45, & 11:00 AM Sunday School Children Age 3-12
9:45—10:30 a.m.
Pastor David P. Jorstad Pastor Karla J. Halvorson
Office Manager: Margo Scarpelli Choir Dir.: Justine Hansen Bookkeeper: Eunice Hanson Organist: Randall Sensmeier
Council Members
Judith Moore, Dir. Music Emeritis
CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS Prosecco Players “Kidz Kabaret”
San Diego-based performance troupe, The Prosecco Players are known for presenting high-quality classical, musical theatre, and jazz concerts throughout Southern California. In their upcoming “Kidz Kabaret”, The Prosecco Players will perform family favorites from a wonderful array of musical theatre repertoire and jazz standards. Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled, interactive evening that's bound to put a smile on your face and leave you with a song in your heart!
May 19th at 4:00 p.m.
THE GOOD NEWS Page 3
Out of Ashes Comes Life
All my hope on God is founded who will all my trust renew, who through change and chance will guide me, only good and only true.
God unknown, God alone, call my heart to be thine own.Mortal pride and earthly glory, sword and crown betray our trust; what with care and toil we fashion, tower and temple, fall to dust.
But thy power, hour by hour, is my temple and my tower. (ELW #757)
The world watched in disbelief during Holy Week as a massive fire blazed through Notre Dame Cathedral, the beautiful eight-hundred-year-old Paris cathedral. A collective cry of horror was heard around the globe as we saw the steeple tower collapse and much of this great building turning to dusty rubble.
Later in the week the news got better. Over 1 billion dollars has been pledged for restoration. Notre Dame Cathedral will rise from the ashes. Of course, that’s a positive thing, but in fact this is a building we are talking about that burned because of an accidental fire. It’s a magnificent, awe inspiring building, but still a building. The most important thing about any house of worship isn’t the building itself, but the Good News of God’s love in Jesus Christ that’s proclaimed through Word and Sacraments. Holy Communion is the meal of the Risen Lord, shared every Sunday in both grand and very simple places of worship. We do this as a weekly celebration of Easter. Nourished and fed God’s people leave worship and go into the world participating in God’s dream of shalom.
In Holy Week it came to my attention that three historic African American houses of worship in Louisiana recently burned to the ground. These fires weren’t accidental they were hate crimes, set by arsonists. When these stories were lifted up, people also responded, resulting in over 2 million dollars collected through social media.
Easter begins to dawn on us, out of ashes comes new life. Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, that’s our story, not God’s story. This God of resurrection brings life out of ashes and breathes the breath of his Spirit into dust, calling us to life again! Now we are the dwelling place of God as the Risen One lives in and through us! Easter begins to dawn on us. Share that Good News!
Great thy goodness, ever enduring; deep thy wisdom, passing thought;splendor, light, and life attend thee, beauty springing out of naught.
Evermore from thy store newborn worlds rise and adore.Still from earth to God eternal sacrifice of praise be done,
high above all praises praising for the gift of God’s own Son.Christ doth call one and all: you who follow shall not fall. (ELW #757)
Peace in Christ, Pastor David Jorstad
THE GOOD NEWS
What is your "Why"?
“I came that you might have life, and have it abundantly.”John 10:10
What is your "Why"? Why are you involved in the things you're involved in, why do you care about the things you care about? Why are you drawn to Christ?
Why do you care about the needs of those around you? Why are you part of this community of faith?
At a recent Immigration Task Force meeting, I met a woman who introduced me to this question. She had recently returned from serving in the Peace Corps and came to the task force meeting because she wants to be involved in local politics and make a difference in her local community. She shared some of the best practices and ideas being used in nonprofit and social justice organizations, including this question, what is your "Why"?
Since then, we've been asking this question in a congregational Council, we've used it with my daughter's girl scout troop, we've been asking it in local clergy gatherings, and we continue to ask it as we work for justice and peace in our communities and our world.
What motivates you? What is your "Why"?
So often organizations focus on their "What". What do they do, what they produce, what did they hope their outcome will be, what they offer, why they might be better than their competition. But research has shown that the “What” question does not motivate people. People are motivated because of their “why”.
I’ve been asking myself this question- what motivates me? What is my “why”? I want to see the Kingdom of Heaven here on Earth, as we pray in the Lord’s Prayer. I want to dream and wonder what our world and community could look like when God’s realm of Shalom shows up. When it does, I want to recognize it and celebrate it.
I want to be reminded that we are the body of Christ, that none of us do the work of ministry alone, that we can rely on each other and God. When we do this, when we trust, we get to see God's love to flow through us, changing lives. And when I’m tired, worn, weary, I want to remember that I am a little child of God, and God, my parent, allows me to take rest, to let go, to stop. My identity as “Beloved Child of God” is my most important “Why”. That’s why we do what we do. That’s the origin of everything.
Coming from a place of “why” grounds us, reminds us of our purpose, keeps us going when the going gets tough. It lets us let go of unimportant and allows the important to take priority.
What is your “Why”? Ponder this, consider it. Let it motivate you and give you energy to pursue it, knowing that our ultimate Why is God.
Pastor Karla
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May 2019 Youth Events
DAY CAMP June 17-21, 9am -3pm for ages T-K/ K thru 5th grade
$100 per camper, with full and half scholarships available. Youth helpers needed (entering 6th grade and up) Community service hours provided and
responsible friends welcome! No charge for youth helpers and lunch will be provided.
CONFIRMATION CAMP July 14-19 at Luther Glen! This is a requirement for those in Confirmation. Cost is $430 with partial and full scholarships
ALWAYS available. We leave Sunday afternoon and return Friday afternoon. YOU WILL NEED A MEDICAL FORM COMPLETED (good for 2 years)
SENIOR HIGH/ COLLEGE MEXICO MISSION TRIP July 31-Aug 2 Estimated cost: $150. We are invited to join Clairemont Lutheran for a mission trip into Tijuana July 31- Aug 1 (Weds - Friday). YOU WILL NEED A PASSPORT. Current plans include staying at Casa de Migrantes (a shelter for those migrating north, south, east or west), visiting several other locations and playing with local kids.
Friday Surfing with Pastor Ramon Lifeguard Tower 33 Carlsbad @ 3:30 Fridays June 7, June 14 & June 21
SUNDAY SCHOOL EVERY Sunday 9:45 starting in Sanctuary. Contact Pastor Karla [email protected] 858-442-6761 cell
Senior High- Daniel Norris [email protected] Sunday School- Rachel Gustin, [email protected]
May 4 5-7 pm Spaghetti Dinner and Talent Show!
May 5 CAMP SUNDAYSunday school 9:45- Distribution of Devotionals to 2nd & 3rd graders
May 12 9:45 Sunday School6:00 serve dinner at Haven House
May 19 9:45 Sunday school , Sacred Parenting 10:40 in Conference room3:30 Movie Night at First Lutheran Snacks provided
May 20-23 Prep for Summer Sunday school (contact Rachel Gustin)
May 26 3:30 3:30 Confirmation at First Lutheran-
June 2 Sunday school, Sunday school meeting 10:40
June 9 Sunday school end of year partyCelebration of High School SeniorsSenior High Lunch 12:15
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THE GOOD NEWS
FROM YOUR TREASURER March 2019 25% of year
Thank you to for your gifts which make our mission and ministry possible!
May 19th, 9:45 a.m. in Luther HallSan Marcos member, Dr. Karla Strazicich-Cain, will present the work she and others are doing on medical mission trips. Dr. Strazicich-Cain is a pediatrician and will share stories and pictures from her ministry trips to Sri Lanka and Haiti.
Income Annual Budget $401,716
Expenses Annual Budget$401,716
Actual YTD $90,168
% of Budget 22.45%
Actual YTD $95,563
% of Budget 23.77%
Prosecco Players “Kidz Kabaret”
May 19th at 4:00 p.m.The Prosecco Players are thrilled to be returning for San Marcos Lutheran’s Concert Series! San Diego-based performance troupe, The Prosecco Players, are known for presenting high-quality classical, musical theatre, and jazz concerts throughout Southern California. In their upcoming “Kidz Kabaret”, The Prosecco Players will perform family favorites from a wonderful array of musical theatre repertoire and jazz standards. Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled, interactive evening that's bound to put a smile on your face and leave you with a song in your heart!
At our April meeting the Council received the corrected Endowment Fund statement for 2018. If you would like a copy of the corrected statement, contact the church office.
TUES. MORNING BIBLE CLASSled by Pastor Dell & Pastor Fran Olson
Tuesdays, May 7th & 21st10 a.m. in Luther Hall
We will continue our study of Ephesians.
MEN’S BREAKFAST & BIBLE STUDYled by Pastor David
May 11th at 8:00 am in Luther Hall Phone Tom McDaniel for details
(760)644-0506.
WOMEN'S BAGELS & BIBLE STUDY Sat., May 18th at 10:00 a.m. in Luther Hall
REMEMBER IN PRAYER: Healing for Dottie Black, Mary Fawcett, Linda Kent, Bill Rafnel, and Martha Stover
OAKS INDIAN MISSION On behalf of the Social Action Committee, Anne McDaniel and Doris Payne would like to thank SMLC for once again supporting the children of Oaks Indian Mission during our Lenten offering. Through your generous donations and the support of our Social Action committee, we are sending $2,091 to support Oaks college scholarship fund. Simply put, WOW! One of the Oaks high school seniors Doris and Anne met last July was named John; and not only is John preparing to go to college in the Fall to study theater, music and science, he was baptized on Easter Sunday! It is a good feeling to know that our church family recognizes the importance of outreach to Lutheran ministries like Oaks, and even more exciting to know that our simple act of kindness will open doors and opportunities for Oaks children, like John, in the years to come.
Blessings, Doris and Anne
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THE GOOD NEWS
A New Columbarium will be installed soon at San Marcos Lutheran.Why do we provide a columbarium at San Marcos Lutheran Church?Fifteen years ago, our congregation recognized the need for a columbarium, a final resting place for our loved ones’ cremains. This reflects the ancient Christian practice of burying loved ones in a grave yard around the church sanctuary. In life and in death we are united in the Body of Christ. The niches in our current columbarium, located on either side of the sacramental stained-glass window, are practically full. The Congregational Council authorized the installation of a new thirty-five double unit columbarium which will serve our congregation well into the future. The new columbarium features a beautiful marble front set in a wooden cabinet which will match the stain of the wood in our sanctuary. This unit will sit in front of the back wall of the sanctuary on the side nearest our original columbarium. What are the costs?There will be a pre-installation sale price of $1,300 (double unit), $650 (single unit). Once the columbarium has been installed the niches will be sold at the regular price of $1,800 (double unit), $900 (single unit). We anticipate the columbarium will be installed by May 15, 2019. This cost includes the construction of the columbarium, the urn, the niche, the inscription on the marble niche cover, perpetual care and maintenance of the columbarium. For more information, pick up one of the Columbarium brochures which are on the tables in the church entry way. You can also contact either of the pastors.
FUN & FELLOWSHIP MEN’S GROUP WITH OTHER NEIGHBORING LUTHERAN CHURCHES
Pacific View NCO Club, Camp Pendleton Catfish Lunch Wed., May 8th 11:30 am
Cost: $11.50 per person +tipMeet at Bill Hanson’s,3627 Cerro Ave, Oceanside (760)805-4565 to carpool.
On behalf of the SMLC Social Action Committee, we are so very grateful to the congregation for answering our call to support, “A Different Kind of Easter Basket” for the Rapid Re-Housing Program at Interfaith Community Services. Our original goal was ten baskets and we ended up delivering 30 baskets full of kitchen, bath, laundry, and children’s items; three complete dish sets; 14 toaster ovens, and other assorted supplies. Per Jeri Bachman, Program Manager of Rapid Re-Housing, “We want to thank SMLC for your very kind donations!!! This generosity will make an immediate difference in the lives of our clients.” Special thanks to Marit Greunke, Tricia Oliveira, Danielle Kottke, and over 20 SMLC Sunday School Children for helping us wrap baskets and make cards; Don Arney, Linda Breen, Doris Payne, and Josie McDaniel for helping us in the delivery of everything; and to all the donors who made a difference. What a wonderful example of the glory of Easter! Blessings, Anne McDaniel and Diana Arney
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CHILDREN’S CENTER NEWS
May 2019
Muffins for Moms!
Calling all Moms, Grandma’s, Aunties and Caregivers... We welcome you to join your child for a special hour long celebration of motherhood the morn-ing of May 9th (Thursday) and 10th
(Friday) from 8am-9:00am...come enjoy a muffin (or 2!) with your child!
Upcoming
Events…
Time to say... Good-Bye
“Aloha Celebrations 2019”
We will hold our promotion ceremonies for all Preschoolers in the Chapel
When: Thursday June 13th Friday, June 14th
Time: 10:30am School closes at NOON both days!
Ann Leong-Director• 3419 Grand Ave, San Marcos CA 92078 • 760-727-0326 • [email protected]
Learn Live Share the Love of God
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week APRIL 29-MAY 3
Please contact Youna Kim on how you can participate!
E-Mail: [email protected]: 719-232-8581
4th Annual Church/Preschool Scholarship Fundraiser and Talent Show on Saturday, May 4th from 5pm– 7pm! Last year’s show was a blast and this year our Preschool is again invited to
participate because we know how many talented kiddos, siblings and parents we have out there! The event will start with a free family spaghetti dinner at 5pm and then on to the talent show at 6pm! ALL ARE INVITED!
May Birthday Celebrations We will be celebrating all May birthdays on Thursday, May 30th and Friday, May
31st during our snack time. If your child has a birthday this month, you will receive a reminder flyer to bring cookies to share with their friends!
SUMMER OF FUN PRESCHOOL
HALF-DAY CAMPS 2019
CAMPS ARE FULL!
Cost is $100 per week (M-TH 8:30-Noon) and dates are: June 24-27: Dinosaur Dig
July 1-4*: Happy Birthday, America! (*Closed 7/4) July 8-11: Put Me in the Zoo
July 15-18: By the Sea July 22-25: Ahoy Matey!
July 29-Aug 1: Under the Big Top
(Fees are non-refundable. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Leong!)
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THE GOOD NEWS
May 5First Reading: Second Reading: Gospel:
May 12First Reading: Second Reading: Gospel:
May 19 First Reading: Second Reading: Gospel:
May 26 First Reading: Second Reading: Gospel:
Third Sunday in Easter Acts 9:1-20Rev 5:11-14John 21:1-19
Fourth Sunday in Easter Acts 9:36-43 Rev 7:9-17 John 10:22-30
Fifth Sunday in Easter Acts 11:1-18 Rev 21:1-6 John 13:31-35
Sixth Sunday in Easter Acts 16:9-15 Rev 21:10, 22-22:5 John 14:23-29
1) Brady Hudlow3) Aaron Hagan4) Jack Anderson
Steven Balbo Evi Quinn
5) Jay Mesker Joan Nolan Marian Ramage
8) Pastor Gene Holtz Gerry Stier
9) Peter Durst11) Sydney Bordornaro12) Cathy Duncan13) Conor O'Carroll16) Benjamin Mesker17) Pastor Joe Ramnarine19) Marjorie Johnson20) Lindsay Armstrong21) Diana Zapata22) Indy Fawcett23) Bob Jaseph
Larissa Shoup24) Marit Greunke25) Christophe Bassett
Doris Payne 26) Kevin Bauder28) Pastor Dell Olson 31) Grant Webster
ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL CHURCH FOOD PANTRY COLLECTION
IS MAY 5TH
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May 2019San Marcos Lutheran Church
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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 9-10 am Sanct in Use9:30 am Centering Prayer Group, LH 10:30 am Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary11:30 am AA, LH
2 10:30 am Pre-school Chapel, Sanctuary 11:00 am Staff Mtg7:00 pm Choir 7:00 pm AA, LH
3 4
5 3rd Sun. in Easter8:30 & 11 am Svcs 9:45 am Informal Svc & Sun Sch, 1:30-3pm Sanctuary in Use 7:00 pm AA, LH
6
11:30 am AA, LH
7 8 9:30 am Centering Prayer Group, LH10:30 am Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 11:30 am AA, LH11:30 am Men's Catfish Lunch
9
10:30 am Preschool Chapel, Sanct.
7:00 pm Choir 7:00 pm AA, LH
10
10:40 am St. Jo-seph Chapel, Sanctuary
11
12 4th Sun. in Easter8:30 & 11 am Svcs 9:45 am Informal Svc 9:45 am Sun Sch 7:00 pm AA, LH
13
11:30 am AA, LH
14 15 9:30 am Centering Prayer Group, LH10:30 am Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary 11:30 am AA, LH
16
10:30 am Pre-school Chapel, Sanctuary
7:00 pm Choir 7:00 pm AA, LH
17 18
10:00 am Women's Bagels &Bibles, LH
19 5th Sun. in Easter8:30 & 11 am Svcs 9:45 am Informal Svc, Adult Ed. LH & 9:45 am Sun Sch. YR 3:30 pm Conf @ 1st Lutheran4:00 pm Concert
20
11:30 am AA, LH
21
10:00 am Bible Study, LH
22 9:30 am Centering Prayer Group, LH10:30 am Preschool Chapel, Sanctuary
11:30 am AA, LH
23
10:30 am Pre-school Chapel, Sanctuary
7:00 pm Choir 7:00 pm AA, LH
24
10:40 am St. Joseph Chapel, Sanctuary
25
26 6th Sun. in Easter8:30 & 11 am Svcs 9:45 am Informal Svc, & 9:45 am & Sun Sch., YR 3:30 pm Conf @ 1st Lutheran 7:00 pm AA, LH
27
11:30 am AA, LH
28
10:00 am Bible Study, LH
9:30 am Bible Study with Pastor Karla
8:00 am Men's Breakfast & Bible Study, LH
5:00-7:00 pm Spaghetti Dinner/Talent Show, LH
Synod Assembly through Sat.
29 30 31
10:30 am Pre-school Chapel, Sanctuary
7:00 pm Choir 7:00 pm AA, LH
9:30 am Centering Prayer Group, LH10:30 am Preschool Chapel, Sanct 11:30 am AA, LH
10:40 am St. Joseph Chapel, Sanctuary
7:00 pm Social Action
7:00 pm Council
Proverbs 17:22 “A joyful heart is good medicinebut a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
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